Molekula
2-Oxoadipic acid
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2-Oxoadipic acid is a dicarboxylic acid used in organic synthesis and as a precursor in the production of specialty chemicals. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. CAS: 3184-35-8, Molecular Formula: HOOC(CH2)3C(O)COOH, Molecular Weight: 160.12 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Warning. Molekula supplies 2-Oxoadipic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 mg — £69.90 per pack ex VAT · £83.88 inc. VAT
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100 mg — £125.00 per pack ex VAT · £150.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Purity | ≥ 95 % |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 188 °C |
| Transport Class | Not regulated |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 127 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 71 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034034 |
| CAS Number | 3184-35-8 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-oxohexanedioic acid |
| EC Number | 636-531-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H8O5 |
| Molecular Weight | 160.12 |
| Exact Mass | 160.0372 |
| SMILES | C(CC(=O)C(=O)O)CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | FGSBNBBHOZHUBO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C6H8O5/c7-4(6(10)11)2-1-3-5(8)9/h1-3H2,(H,8,9)(H,10,11) |
| PubChem CID | 71 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2918.30.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2918300090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse continuously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing
- P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-ketoadipate
- 2-Ketoadipic acid
- 2-oxoadipate
- 2-Oxohexanedioic acid
- 2-oxohexanedionic acid
- alpha-ketoadipate
- alpha-Ketoadipic acid
- alpha-Oxoadipic acid
- Hexanedioic acid, 2-oxo-
- Oxoadipic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Oxoadipic acid used for?
It is primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, and as a biochemical and metabolite reagent in metabolic pathway studies, including lysine and tryptophan catabolism research and as a substrate for the 2-oxoadipate dehydrogenase complex.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Oxoadipic acid?
The formula is HOOC(CH2)3C(O)COOH with a molecular weight of 160.12 g/mol.
How should 2-Oxoadipic acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 2-Oxoadipic acid?
It is available in technical grade; custom purity levels may be requested upon inquiry.
Can Molekula supply 2-Oxoadipic acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 2-Oxoadipic acid in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 2-Oxoadipic acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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